Motion 5 - Applying a Preset Gradient to Text

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Applying a Preset Gradient to Text

There are two ways to apply a preset (or saved) gradient from the Library to text. The first
method is to use the Gradient preset pop-up menu in the Text Inspector. The second
method is to drag a gradient from the Library to text.

To apply a preset gradient in the Text Inspector

1

Select the text and make sure the "Fill with” pop-up menu is set to Gradient.

2

Choose a preset from the Gradient preset pop-up menu (on the right side of the Gradient
row).

Gradient preset
pop-up menu

The selected gradient is applied to the text.

To apply a preset gradient from the Library

1

In the Library, click the Gradients category.

2

In the stack, select a gradient.

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Creating and Editing Text

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A preview of the selected gradient appears in the preview area.

3

Do one of the following:

• Drag the gradient to the text in the Canvas, Layers list, or Timeline.

• Make sure the text is selected, then click Apply in the preview area.

After the preset gradient is applied to a text object, the preset can be edited with the
Gradient editor. For more information, see

Using the Gradient Editor

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